One of the resort’s premier seafood restaurants. Home of the “World’s Best Crab Cake.” A spacious and popular jewel located directly on the water of West Ocean City Harbor. Numerous ground- and second-floor dining rooms, plus favorite top-deck outdoor dining. Rich woods and nautical decor create the atmosphere. Menu creates the pleasure. Seafood platter is a sin. Bring the family. House specialties: crab cakes, crab imperial sandwiches, dock-fresh fish.

Under new ownership, The Globe has “Something for Everyone” and remains a cultural hot spot with entertainment five nights a week. Get motivated with gourmet coffee service weekday mornings at 9 a.m. and global cuisine for lunch and dinner everyday. A variety of fabulous soups and sandwiches including a handful of old Globe Theater favorites are designed for those on the go, but feel free to linger because we are keeping the lights on downtown. Stroll in and dine on the stage, in the theater, or at the brand new wine and spirits bar. Make yourself comfortable in The Balcony Art Gallery upstairs and Sunday afternoon join us for our Champagne Brunch from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. No matter the meal, Executive Chef Brook T. Lamar focuses on good health using only the finest ingredients. Come for the global cuisine and enjoy the local artwork, live music, main street charm and familiar faces.

A country restaurant that will please the entire family with traditional eastern Shore favorites including prime rib, sour beef, soft shell crabs, crab imperial, shrimp, crab cakes and much more. The food is served family style here and will keep you coming back for more year after year. Enjoy a short drive outside the hectic pace of Ocean City and you will be glad you did.

Harborside

South Harbor Road • 410-213-1846

Waterfront dining and watch the fishing boats roll in. A full dinner menu is available including fresh fish, chicken, burgers and homemade soups. It was voted best burger by the Maryland Beverage Journal. Great happy hour specials with reduced prices on drinks and munchies. Nightly specials. A wide variety of entertainment. Ask about the daily lunch and dinner specials. House specialties: burgers, fresh fish, soups.

Lighthouse Sound

St. Martin’s Neck Road • 410-352-5250

One mile west of Ocean City, Md., just off Route 90 on St. Martin’s Neck Road. Come relax and dine overlooking the bay and the beautiful Ocean City skyline. Enjoy entrees on the traditional menu from char-grilled filet mignon to jumbo lump crab cakes. Lighthouse Sound has the ambiance of a private country club, but is open for public enjoyment serving Sunday brunch, lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended.

Marlin Moon Grille

Rte. 50 At Francis Scott Key Motel • 410-213-1618

There’s no doubt about it, the secret is out about this top-notch hot spot in West Ocean City. From teasers to the salads to the entrees, all are made from only the freshest ingredients. Some local favorites are Mom’s Shrimp and Garlic Sauce with Hot Bread for Dippin’, Baby Spinach Salad, Grilled Frenched Rib Pork Chops with a Black Cherry Glaze Topped with Crispy Sweet Onions, Grilled Hereford Beef Tenderloin, Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna and don’t forget the fresh fish entrees. After dinner, save time to stop in the cozy bar for a cocktail or two.

Panda China Buffet

12641 Ocean Gateway-White Marlin Mall • 410-213-9337

Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, serving authentic Chinese cuisine. This take-out or eat-in restaurant serves over 50 items daily with an all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner buffet. An ice cream-salad bar and fresh fruits are also available. Menu items include snow crab legs, steamed shrimp, sushi and some favorite Chinese food you never had before. If you have a taste for Chinese, then Panda China Buffet is the place for you and your family and friends. House specialties: Fresh seafood, lunch and dinner buffet, ice cream-salad bar.

Sakura

In the Ocean City Factory Outlets-410-213-7711

Everything happens before your eyes at this Japanese steak and seafood house and sushi bar. No matter whether you take your honey or a large group, the chefs will entertain as they prepare (and sometimes toss) your order in front of you. Be sure to try the Teppanyaki filet mignon and shrimp – it’s tender and delicious. Appetizers and sushi also rank high on the delight scale. All the combinations and entrees are sure to please. Plenty of parking here.

Shark Restaurant, The

Sunset Ave – West Ocean City • 410-213-0924

The Shark Restaurant represents Casual Fine Dining at its best. They’ve married contemporary American cuisine with an interesting and affordable wine list – featuring wine flights nightly. Be sure to try their fresh Mako and ask about the VooDoo Surf & Turf , a house specialty! Their captivating water views make this destination a memorable dining experience. Children’s Menu. Live Entertainment. Reservations Accepted. Open Year Round. Open 4p.m. Happy Hour Daily at the bars 4-6p.m. with food & drink specials. www.ocshark.com

Come join the experience at the new Sunset Grille. Located within the prestigious Sunset Marina, the restaurant offers a warm, Caribbean-style atmosphere (where Cuba and Key West meet the west end of Ocean City). Features creative coastal bay cuisine and regional specialties to die for. Come try one of the many outrageously delicious appetizers; Tempura Scallops, Seared Ahi Tuna or Caribbean Chicken Quesadilla. One suggestion for a must try entree is Tempura Fried Lobster Tail, homemade lump crab cake or a New York strip grilled over mesquite wood to perfection. Open seven days a week. Lunch served at 11 a.m. and dinner from 5-10 p.m. Happy hour is from 4-7 p.m., Monday-Friday with availability of special drink prices. Casual attire. Reservations are accepted.